Bus Driver (Term-Time)

London Hire Community Services; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading community services provider as a Bus Driver (Term-Time) in Wandsworth. You will ensure safe transport for clients, operate vehicles, and assist passengers, particularly those with disabilities. This entry-level temporary position offers a competitive hourly rate of £15.85, along with various benefits including bereavement leave and company events.

Benefits

Bereavement leave

Company events

Free on-site parking

Access to Employee Assurance Programme

Referral programme

Qualifications

• At least two years’ experience driving a bus or coach.
• CPC qualification card with up-to-date training.

Responsibilities

• Operate the vehicle safely, adhering to local road restrictions.
• Perform mandatory vehicle checks before use.
• Assist the Passenger Assistant with their duties.

Skills

Understanding of working with individuals with disabilities

Patience

Full unrestricted D driving license

CPC qualification card

Experience driving a bus or coach

Willing to apply for a DVLA Digital Tachograph card

Willing to undergo a DBS check

Current D4 medical examination report

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Description

Our PCV Drivers are responsible for providing a professional driving service that supports our clients and service users. In addition to ensuring safe home-to-school transport, you may also operate the passenger lift and assist the Passenger Assistant with service users as required.

Department: PCV (Bus) Driver

Location: Wandsworth

Compensation: £15.85 / hour

Key Responsibilities:

1. Operate the vehicle safely, adhering to local road restrictions and speed limits. Report any fines or tickets to the office promptly.
2. Perform mandatory vehicle checks before use and report any defects.
3. Ensure all passengers and wheelchair users are secured correctly with safety equipment.
4. Maintain adequate fuel for journeys, refueling as instructed.
5. Keep the vehicle clean inside and out regularly, at least weekly.
6. Remove and replace seating as needed.
7. Park the vehicle correctly in the depot, preferably in pre-allocated bays.
8. Operate the passenger lift and other equipment safely.
9. Communicate patiently and informatively with passengers and clients.
10. Assist the Passenger Assistant with their duties as required.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise:

1. Understanding of working with individuals with disabilities.
2. Patience and a level-headed attitude to service delivery.
3. Full unrestricted D driving license (auto restrictions acceptable) with no more than 3 penalty points.
4. CPC qualification card with up-to-date training.
5. At least two years’ experience driving a bus or coach.
6. Willing to apply for a DVLA Digital Tachograph driver’s card.
7. Willing to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
8. Current and valid D4 medical examination report.

Benefits:

1. Bereavement leave
2. Company events
3. Free on-site parking
4. Access to Employee Assurance Programme
5. Referral programme

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Temporary

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Truck Transportation